Heritage Communities News & Blog
Caregiver Burnout Quiz (Free Download!)
Caregiver burnout is real, and should be taken seriously! Taking care of yourself or encouraging a caregiver in your family to rest isn’t selfish. It’s essential. If any of this sounds familiar, take our free caregiver burnout quiz to see how you're doing.
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Essential Tips for Family Caregivers
Organizing daily tasks, creating a safe and engaging environment, finding moments to care for yourself... managing senior care can be overwhelming. These essential tips will help you navigate this important role with confidence, balance, and peace of mind.
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Independent Living Activities: Discovering the Joy of a Connected Community
Your golden years are about more than where you live; they’re about how you live - that’s why our communities offer independent living activities that fill your days with moments that make life vibrant, meaningful, and connected.
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Staying Sharp: The Power of a Memory Care Activities Calendar
Aging with grace means taking care of both body and mind. Mental engagement plays an essential role in preserving cognitive health - that’s why the memory care activities calendar at a Heritage community is thoughtfully designed to encourage residents to participate in exercises that foster mental stimulation, social interaction, and emotional well-being.
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Supporting Someone Who Is Grieving: Tips and Emotional Support
Grief. It’s one of the most difficult emotions we experience as humans. While everyone navigates grief differently, offering the right kind of support can make a significant, meaningful difference.
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Creating a Supportive Environment for Alzheimer’s Patients
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological condition that leads to the shrinking of the brain and the death of brain cells. This condition has affected millions of families worldwide, making it essential to understand how to create a supportive and comfortable environment for a loved one.
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Benefits of Chair Yoga for Seniors
In recent years, chair yoga has blossomed in popularity, particularly among the senior community. This accessible form of yoga offers the extensive benefits of traditional yoga practice to those facing mobility, balance, or stamina limitations.
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Understanding Mild Cognitive Impairment: What You Need To Know
Navigating the complexities of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can feel overwhelming, but rest assured, support is at hand.
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Honoring Veterans: Memorial Day Art Activities for Seniors
Every year in late May, Americans celebrate Memorial Day to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. At Heritage Communities, we understand how important it is for you to connect with your aging parents on Memorial Day. That’s why we encourage you and your family to visit a loved veteran senior...
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Feeling Guilty as a Caregiver: Strategies and Support
Dealing with the heavy circumstances of caring for an aging loved one can take a tremendous emotional and physical strain on a person. One of the most common emotions someone can feel is caregiver guilt. Although the pressure can seem overwhelming, you aren’t alone.
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